Airport Security

Your Safety Is Our Priority

All departing passengers are required by U.S. law to go through a security screening, operated by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).Checkpoint Hours of OperationTerminal B: 4 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.Terminal C: 4 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

TSA Pre ✓™ is available at Memphis International Airport

Expedited screening with TSA Pre ✓™ is available at the B Concourse checkpoint for eligible airline frequent travelers and certain members of U.S. Customs & Border Protection’s Trusted Traveler Programs.

U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can participate in the TSA Pre✓™ program through a pre-enrollment process online at www.TSA.gov. A visit to an application center is also required to provide biographic information (e.g. name, date of birth, address, etc.), fingerprints, valid required identity and citizenship/immigration documentation. The cost is $85, good for a five-year membership. Learn more

The TSA Pre✓™ application center at MEM is located in Terminal C just west of the ticket counters. Office hours are Mon. – Fri. from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Travelers with questions about TSA Pre✓™ also may call the TSA’s Customer Care line at 1-855-347-8371.

Before Arriving at Memphis International Airport (MEM)

Remember, “3-1-1.” Liquids must be in 3-ounce containers and placed in a 1-quart plastic, clear zip-top bag. There is a limit of 1 plastic bag per passenger.

Certain types of clothing are more likely to set off the metal detector, such as metal belts, heavy jewelry, clothes with metal snaps, metal hair clips and underwire bras. Dress for success when coming to the airport.

A Word About Traveling with Firearms

For passengers looking to travel with/transport firearms through Memphis International Airport, there are some strict regulations that you need to know. Please check the Transportation Safety Administration website for the rules and regulations regarding the transport of firearms before you come to the airport.

Federal law prohibits the transportation of firearms in carry-on baggage.

Failure to follow these regulations can result in the end of your trip, the confiscation of your firearm, possible criminal prosecution and civil penalties of up to $2,000 per violation.

At the Airport

Arrive at least 90 minutes ahead of your flight.

Make sure you have your airline boarding pass and photo ID ready to show to the TSA official.

Remove your coat or jacket and send it through the X-ray machine in a bin.

Remove your shoes and send them through the X-ray machine.

Laptops should sit alone in a bin to go through the X-ray machine. Do not add other personal items to the bin with your laptop. One laptop per bin.

Remove your clear, plastic, zip-top bag containing your liquids and place it in a bin.

Remove infants and children from strollers and baby carriers and carry them through the screening. Send strollers and baby carriers through the X-ray machine with your other personal items.

If you need wheelchair assistance from the airport entrance to the gate, please contact your airline. If you need additional assistance, please call 901-922-8000.

The security checkpoints generally open around 4 a.m. and are turned over to the Airport Police Department at 8:30 p.m.